Joe Ede

Experience

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  AIDS RIDE

  Jan 1997 - Aug 2012

  AIDS RIDER

  As a long time Rider for many AIDS Rides, I continue to train, coach and mentor Riders around the USA. Whether training someone how to ride long distances, how to raise money or just a helpful ear, I am there!I have trained 100's and 100's of riders since 1997. I will continue until I don't have to or until I can't...

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  MN Red Ribbon Ride, MN AIDS Trek, AIDS/LifeCycle, SMART Ride, ACT Ride & other events around the US

  Jan 1997 - Aug 2012

  Volunteer Training Ride Leader, Rider Coach, Mentor for multi day AIDS Cycling events around the US.

  As a cyclist for many AIDS Rides, I continue to volunteer my time as I train, coach and mentor Riders around the USA. Whether training someone how to ride long distances, how to raise money or just a helpful ear, I am there!I have trained 100's and 100's of riders since 1997.

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  Regency Athletic Club and Spa

  Jan 1997 - Aug 2003

  Sold memberships, conducted tours, assisted business office with marketing support, and provided outstanding customer service; managed customer care desk.Assisted clients with fitness goals to achieve a well-balanced lifestyle by using fitness training and healthy living as a guide.Founded and directed “FREE SPIN” indoor cycle program for 5 years to target cycling charity events, created a partnership to promote the facility and cycling endurance events. Sold memberships, gave tours, assisted business office with basic computer support, and provided great customer service; managed customer care desk, answered multi-line phones, greeted and checked-in customers; managed towel/laundry service.

  • Director of "Free Spin" Program/Group Fitness/Personal Trainer/Customer Service

    Apr 1997 - Aug 2003

  • Customer Care Associate/Personal Fitness Trainer/Group Fitness Instructor

    Jan 1997 - Jan 2003
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  AIDS Ride USA

  Apr 1997 - Aug 2012

  Positive Pedaler AIDS Rider

  I ride my bicycle for multi day AIDS related cycling charities. I've ridden over 30 AIDS Rides since 1997. I rode every AIDS Vaccine Ride and is the only person in MInnesota to do so.I've peronally have raised over $70,000.00 for AIDS Service Organazations around the US. Cycling 1000's of miles in the process. I have personally trained 100's and 100's of other AIDS Rides since 1997.

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  Skyway YMCA

  Mar 2004 - Feb 2005

  Manager on Duty

  Created a safe enjoyable experience for members while making wide supervisory decisions as needed in the absence of department heads.Provided quality customer service and a friendly and safe environment.Responded to emergency situations and member needs, sold memberships, conducted tours, and performed desk duties.Committed to customer service, strong leadership and problem solving, as well as interpersonal skills.

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  Clare Housing

  Dec 2004 - Jan 2012

  Adult Foster Caregiver

  I care for people with advanced HIV disease and AIDS, assisting them to live productive, dignified, and healthy lives.

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  Clare Housing, Administrative Offices

  Dec 2004 - Jan 2012

  Adult Foster Caregiver

  Responsible for resident care and services such as housekeeping, meals, personal care and grooming, medication, transportation and appointment coordination.

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  Minnesota AIDS Project

  Oct 2013 - Mar 2014

  MNsure Navigator

  Assisting individuals and families achieve successful enrollments into health plans through the MNsure marketplace. Inform consumers of health insurance options and the values of coverage, in addition to reviewing insurance options available through MNsure.Identifying clients who do not have health insurance, providing information about MNsure, and assisting them in beginning the process of enrolling if eligible. Plan, coordinate, an execute enrollment assistance.Work with other agency staff to identify enrollment assistance needed in the community. Conduct presentation to local groups, small businesses, and others to educate them about MNsure. Show less

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  Minneapolis Club

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2014

  Group Fitness Instructor
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  Minneapolis Club

  May 2014 - Sept 2014

  Fitness Desk Coordinator/Group Fitness Instructor

  Greets every incoming member in a warm and inviting manner.Markets, coordinates and schedules members; new and existing Health Services programs offered by the Club.Schedules new member orientation and personal training sessions, massage, Pilates and yoga sessions.Answers and directs all incoming telephone calls.Ensures cleanliness in all areas of the Fitness Center; reports needs to the appropriate manager.Maintains a neat and organized front desk.Ensure all members' needs are met at all times.Enforces all Club policies to promote a safe environment for members and staff.Records member usage of facilities for monthly summary report and recaps monthly report.Lead group fitness classes as a motivational leader.Display integrity and professionalism to members and fellow associates. Show less

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  FirstService Residential

  Sept 2014 - Dec 2016

  Property Management
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  Alliant Engineering, Inc.

  Jan 2018 - now

  Data Collector
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  Cycling with Joe

  May 2021 - now

  Founder

  Lead organized small group rides and also lead cycling tours around the area. Teach bike fit, hydration, shifting, key components to a successful bike ride experience.

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  YWCA Minneapolis

  Dec 2022 - now

  National Academy Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer. Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) Group Fitness Certified, Keiser Cycle Certified and Mad Dogg Athletics (Spinning) Certified - teaching Indoor Cycling; Core Fit, Total Stretch, Cycle Coach, Spinning. Certified SPIN Instructor since 1999.Lead group fitness and indoor cycle classes; provide coaching and quality customer care in a group fitness class setting utilizing my multiple group fitness certifications.Creating a motivational cycling community with the use of social media to personally assist the YWCA in its efforts to help drive membership sales. Show less

  • Group Fitness Instructor

    Nov 2005 - now

  • Manager on Duty

    Dec 2022 - Jul 2024